Sparkmage's Gambit
Sparkmage's Gambit is a Common Sorcery from Oath of the Gatewatch (117) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {1}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Sparkmage's Gambit suits collectors and players working on Oath of the Gatewatch who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Sparkmage's Gambit from Oath of the Gatewatch?
Sparkmage's Gambit is a Sorcery in Oath of the Gatewatch numbered 117. Mana cost {1}{R}. Color identity: R. Sparkmage's Gambit (117) from Oath of the Gatewatch should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Oath of the Gatewatch.
What is Sparkmage's Gambit worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.35 for Sparkmage's Gambit. Low and high spread runs $0.35 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.03. This printing is from Oath of the Gatewatch. Collector number 117 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Oath of the Gatewatch |
|---|---|
| Number | 117 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.35 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.03 |
| cardmarket | $0.03 |
| foil | $0.35 |
| Normal | $0.03 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Sparkmage's Gambit?
Sparkmage's Gambit is a Common printing in Oath of the Gatewatch. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Oath of the Gatewatch. Collector number 117 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Sparkmage's Gambit?
Sparkmage's Gambit lists as Sorcery. Artist: Mathias Kollros. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Oath of the Gatewatch. Collector number 117 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Sparkmage's Gambit (117) from Oath of the Gatewatch should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Sparkmage's Gambit is catalogued as Common Sorcery in Oath of the Gatewatch, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.35 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.03; foil: $0.35; Normal: $0.03).
- Mana cost {1}{R} and type line Sorcery help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Sparkmage's Gambit from Oath of the Gatewatch?
Sparkmage's Gambit is a Common Sorcery from Oath of the Gatewatch numbered 117 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Sparkmage's Gambit worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.35 for ungraded Sparkmage's Gambit. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Sparkmage's Gambit?
Sparkmage's Gambit is catalogued as Common in Oath of the Gatewatch. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Sparkmage's Gambit legal in Commander or Standard?
Sparkmage's Gambit shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Sparkmage's Gambit near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.35. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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